PIXXEL 1
Re-entered 13 Jan 2024PIXXEL 1 (NORAD 52173, COSPAR 2022-033S) was a IN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 13 Jan 2024, launched on 1 Apr 2022 on the Transporter-4 mission. It was operated by PIXX as part of the Pixxel programme. The spacecraft was built by PIXX on the Pixxel bus, with a mass of 15 kg. Like most satellites in low orbits, it was gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until re-entry. Historical record from Orbital Radar's satellite archive, cross-referenced with the live satellite catalogue.
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Frequently asked questions
What happened to PIXXEL 1?
PIXXEL 1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 13 Jan 2024, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2022. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did PIXXEL 1 re-enter the atmosphere?
PIXXEL 1 re-entered on 13 Jan 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built PIXXEL 1?
PIXXEL 1 was operated by PIXX and built by PIXX (IN).